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amy thurman

Ecofriendly Friends

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 317 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    196
    gallons of water
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    66
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    24
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    22
    zero-waste meals
    consumed

amy's actions

Waste

Find Local Recycling Depots

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transportation

Contribute to building the vision for public transit's future

I will complete the Link Transit questionnaire (MAY 20th DEADLINE) at letsthinklink.org. Action Resource > >

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

CHECK OUT THE CHELAN PUD WEBSITE

I will spend 10 minutes checking out all the energy-saving opportunities on Chelan PUD's web page, ConservationMakesCents.org. Action Resource > >

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Switch to Cold Water

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Online Energy Audit

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

Conserve Toilet Water

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Adjust the Thermostat

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

REDUCE WATER USE FOR DISHES

I will only run the dishwasher when it is completely full to use less water and electricity.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Brush My Teeth Without Running Water

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Zero-Waste Cooking

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Heat and Cool Naturally

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Weekly Meal Planning

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Use Reusable Bottles

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Take Control

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

More Fruits and Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

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    amy thurman 5/23/2017 11:29 AM
    loving the warm days, cooling off tomorrow. Have a great Memorial weekend

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    amy thurman 5/22/2017 9:35 AM
    Spent all day Saturday at the park with my kids, sister and friends. Love getting outdoors and enjoying the sun.

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    amy thurman 5/19/2017 8:56 AM
    A beautiful day for a walk. Not feeling the greatest but will get in a walk. Have a great day!!!

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    amy thurman 5/17/2017 8:29 AM
    This is amazing but I can't figure out why my points are so low. I like knowing I am making a difference and these are things I do everyday.

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    amy thurman 5/11/2017 4:06 PM
    Love the rain!! makes me miss home

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    amy thurman 5/05/2017 4:34 PM
    Love this idea!! Fun competition and being more aware and healthy